Lifting system 98A55308440001

The 98A55308440001 Handling Fixture is an incredibly versatile, heavy-duty lifting and rigging system engineered for major airframe component maintenance. Rather than relying on multiple single-use slings, MRO facilities can utilize this comprehensive toolset for the safe Removal and Installation (R&I) of a wide array of critical aerostructures, including the radome, dorsal fin, wingtips, rudder, vertical stabilizer, and the tail cone (capable of accommodating configurations both with and without the APU installed). Precision & Safety in Aerostructure Handling Major aerodynamic surfaces are often manufactured from advanced composite materials, making them lightweight but highly susceptible to crush damage, point-loading, or impact stress during hoisting operations. Furthermore, components like the tail cone present massive Center of Gravity (CG) shifts depending on whether the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) is mounted. The 98A55308440001 system accounts for these complex lifting dynamics. By providing specific, engineered attachment points and adjustable load-balancing capabilities, it ensures that these large, awkward structures are lifted perfectly level. This prevents composite delamination, protects attachment hinges, and allows structural mechanics to align fastening bolts with pinpoint accuracy during installation. Key Features & Benefits • Unmatched Versatility: Consolidates multiple R&I capabilities into one system, capable of handling everything from the aircraft's nose (radome) to its empennage. • Dynamic Load Balancing: Safely manages the severe weight distribution differences encountered when pulling a tail cone with an active APU